Home / Sports / Northumbrian Leads New F1 Cadillac Team
Northumbrian Leads New F1 Cadillac Team
21 Feb
Summary
- Graeme Lowdon, from Northumbria, will lead the new Cadillac Formula 1 team.
- The team's inaugural Grand Prix is scheduled for Australia on March 8th.
- Veteran drivers Checo Perez and Valtteri Bottas will race for Cadillac.
Graeme Lowdon, originally from the Tyne Valley, is spearheading the creation of a brand-new Formula 1 team for Cadillac. This venture marks the first new team in the sport in a decade. Lowdon, who previously led the Virgin Racing and Manor teams, will serve as team principal, a role he likens to being the 'chief worrier' due to the immense coordination required across UK and US operations.
The inaugural Grand Prix for the Cadillac team is set for Australia on March 8th. They have recruited experienced drivers Checo Perez and Valtteri Bottas, both known for their championship-level experience. Modern Formula 1 teams comprise around 1,000 people, highlighting the scale of the 'greatest team game in the world,' as Lowdon describes it.
With new regulations for the 2026 season, Lowdon sees both advantages and disadvantages for a new entrant. He acknowledges the formidable competition, including established teams like Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull, stating that immediate dominance is unlikely. The team's true competitive standing will only become clear when the season begins in Melbourne.
